Our Mission

To provide free and open access to rope-related resources, to expand rope science knowledge through user-driven research, and to facilitate teaching, learning, and knowledge sharing of rope skills across disciplines and cultural boundaries.

Our Vision

Our vision is of a world where:

Rope skills are taught effectively and efficiently

Rope skills are learned effectively and readily accessible in times of need by new and experienced practitioners

Rigging decisions and protocols are based on evidence

Rigging community members

Know where to find rope-related resources for evidence-based decision-making

Feel comfortable contributing to rescue science or suggesting ideas in need of research

Could view themselves as competent teachers and learners

All communities, regardless of socioeconomic situations, are prepared for timely rope related disaster response utilizing the available equipment and methods

Rescuer egos do not hinder teaching, learning, or the saving of lives.

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Our Name

Our name is SAR^3 (SARRR or "SAR cubed"). Only, we don't know what it stands for. The idea is that users can pick what it means for themselves depending on their rope use, because it could mean so many things! Our current favorite is Sport, Access, and Rescue Rigging Resources, but we're open to suggestions. Here are a few other alternatives....